2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 644 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Tahoe | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| 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 | 284 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
