1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | S-MX | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |