1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
