2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Galaxy | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
