2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |