1995 Chrysler Neon vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Neon 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 553 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
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 Chrysler 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Neon | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Neon | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
