1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 31 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX4 | Comet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |