2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Canyon | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |