2000 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 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 | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |