1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 29 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Riviera | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
