2003 Ford Maverick vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 37 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 257 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2003 Ford Maverick 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 123 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
