1992 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
