2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Astro | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |