2008 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |