1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Brougham | 1989 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Brougham | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6721 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |