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 @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 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 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |