1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 247 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Lumina | Comet |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |