1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Cyclone | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Cyclone | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
