2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
