1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 705 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |