1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Passat |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |