1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 82 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Comet | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
