1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
