1984 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 632 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Montego | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
