2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 (382 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
