1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
