2006 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 910 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |