1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Montego | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Galant |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |