1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Roadmaster | Comet |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |