1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mercury Comet 2012 GMC Terrain
Make Mercury GMC
Model Comet Terrain
Year Released 1966 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6393 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1775 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2858 mm


 

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