1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1966 Mercury Comet

To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mercury Comet 1966 Mercury Comet
Make Mercury Mercury
Model Comet Comet
Year Released 1970 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2782 cc 4738 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 382 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2950 mm


 

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