2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Terios | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |