1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 12 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 246 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 547 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 160 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
