1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |