2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 686 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Compass | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |