1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (540 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montclair | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |