2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
