1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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 Scion xD 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Comet | xD |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
