1987 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 802 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
