2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 171 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Montego |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |