1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 31 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
