1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Comet | 5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |