2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 794 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | 30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
