1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone 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 249 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 462 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Cyclone | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Cyclone | 200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
