1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 910 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, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Comet |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |