1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix 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. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 806 kg more 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 Toyota Matrix, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Matrix |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |