1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 37 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Megane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
