1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Comet | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
