1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 42 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) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 775 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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, 2011 Renault Thalia, 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 (335 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2473 mm |
