1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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 (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 446 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Comet | Torrent |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |