2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
