1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323.
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, 1990 Mazda 323, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 323 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Comet |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |