1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 40 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Armada |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |