2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
