2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Montero | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
