1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 40 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Outlander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |