1972 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Villager |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |