2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
