1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 34 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 81 L |
