2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1249 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |