1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Neon | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |