1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 23 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 363 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 1996 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Megane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
