2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
