1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Montero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
