2002 Honda Avancier vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 123 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 58 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier 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 Honda Avancier 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Avancier | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
