1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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 Toyota Previa, 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Previa |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |