1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 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 26 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 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 | 2130 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
