1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 318 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |