1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra.
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 Saturn Astra, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |