2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 196 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 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rendezvous | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |