1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Terios | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |