1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Comet | Yukon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |