1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |