2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 578 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Freestar | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |