1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 226 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Comet | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
