1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
