2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 204 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 546 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |