2000 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 1967 Mercury Brougham
Make Honda Mercury
Model Civic Brougham
Year Released 2000 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1491 cc 6721 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 602 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3130 mm


 

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