1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Montego | Laguna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |