2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 491 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
