1996 Holden Nova vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 297 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Nova | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Nova | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |