1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Comet |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |