1991 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 242 kg more than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler New Yorker | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
