1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Comet | V50 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
