1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 45 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1966 Mercury Cyclone is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Cyclone. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 1966 Mercury Cyclone has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Matrix 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:
| 1966 Mercury Cyclone | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cyclone | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |
