1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
