1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2950 mm |
