1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 92 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Rally Raid | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |