1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 39 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Highlander |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |