2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 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 106 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 669 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
