2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 39 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 196 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Tucson | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
