1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 965 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Monterey | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
