2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 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 174 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Cyclone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 579 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |