1968 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2 Litres | Montero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
