1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 312 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Comet | Jazz |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 546 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |