1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 39 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
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, 2008 Renault Scenic, 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
