1966 Mercury Cyclone vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 46 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (163 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Cyclone | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cyclone | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2613 mm |
