1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 782 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 307 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |