1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 26 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 233 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 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Astro | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 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 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
