1974 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2009 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (199 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Montego | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |