1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 178 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Comet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
