2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Avalanche | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
