2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4738 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2950 mm |