1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Comet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| 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 | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
