1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 94 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mercury Comet 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Mercury Nissan
Model Comet Pathfinder
Year Released 1966 2004
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3279 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 372 Nm
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2540 mm


 

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