1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 1997 Mercury MC4 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 1997 Mercury MC4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | MC4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
