2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1285 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 546 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |