1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 58 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MPV | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |