1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 44 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 183 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Comet | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 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 | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
