1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 97 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
