1987 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
