1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 39 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Comet | Montego |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
