1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Comet | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
