2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Nitro | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |