2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2950 mm |
