2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 343 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Durango | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Durango | Cyclone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 579 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |