1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
