1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Zafira |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |