2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 592 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | CR-V | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |