2002 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 97 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 338 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
