1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 35 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Montego | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |