1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Comet | V70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
