1972 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1336 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |
