1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 611 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Comet | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |