1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 745 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Summit | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |