2001 Isuzu Axiom vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2001 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 35 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 268 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2001 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2001 Isuzu Axiom 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu Axiom | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Axiom | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
