1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
