1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 676 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charade | Comet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
