1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Comet | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
