2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 501 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Envoy | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
