2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 945 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montego | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |