1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 43 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
