1984 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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 189 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Comet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
