2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |