2007 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |