1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Comet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
