2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 562 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 1985 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Montero has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Montero | Cressida |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |