2007 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 41 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura MDX.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
