2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
