2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Tahoe | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |