1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 343 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |