1970 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Montego | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Montego | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |