2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1035 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |