1982 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 817 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 Montego (281 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Montego |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
