1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 10 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Monte Carlo | Comet |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |