2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Monterey | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Monterey | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
