2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 447 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 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1847 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |
