1970 Mercury Montego vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 98 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Montego | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
