1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 13 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 60 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Monterey | 1985 Renault 18 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Monterey | 18 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |