1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 353 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |