1974 Mercury Montego vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (108 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace.
Because 1991 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
