2009 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 Mercury Monterey 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 1974 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |