1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
