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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 439 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
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 | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
