2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 968 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (282 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
