1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 41 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 113 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 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, 2008 Renault Scenic, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Scenic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |