1974 Mercury Montego vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 894 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1859 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
