1976 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3070 mm |
