1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 16 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 170 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Comet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
