2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 871 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 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |