1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 46 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Comet | Orlando |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |