1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Jeep Compass

To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 45 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass.

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, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mercury Comet 2011 Jeep Compass
Make Mercury Jeep
Model Comet Compass
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3279 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4404 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1656 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2634 mm


 

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