1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Comet | Outback |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |