1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
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 Honda CR-V, 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 (382 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (350 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Comet | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
