2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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 173 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (282 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
