2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
