2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 42 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 164 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 116 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Trajet | Cyclone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 579 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |