1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 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 110 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
