2002 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Brougham |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |