2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |