1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 22 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 244 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 606 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Dodge Omni, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Omni | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
