1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |
