1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 386 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
