2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |