1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 726 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Montego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |