2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 42 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Spark | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
