2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 Ford Freestyle, 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 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Freestyle | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |
