1995 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord, 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
