1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 791 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
