2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
