1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1999 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 ZAZ Wagon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Comet | 1999 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
| Model | Comet | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
