1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 132 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
