1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 193 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |