1994 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Comet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
