1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 855 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Clio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
