1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
