1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 42 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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
| Model | Comet | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
