1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1966 Mercury Cyclone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 522 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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 Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2. 1966 Mercury Cyclone has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep CJ2 has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Mercury Cyclone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ2 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
