2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 43 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
