1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Comet | Octavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4738 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |