2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1965 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Montego | Floride |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |