1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Seville | Comet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |