1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 30 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
