2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 41 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rendezvous | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |