1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (645 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
