1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 30 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 208 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |