1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Comet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
