1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | S-10 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
