1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
