1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 402 kg more than 2007 Skoda Roomster. 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Comet | Roomster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |