1999 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |