1988 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Montego |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |