2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 35 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Vizon | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
