1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 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 171 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Cyclone | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cyclone | Pajero |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |