2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Yukon | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Yukon | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |