1984 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 1984 Austin Montego and 1984 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 496 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.
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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1984 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1984 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | Montego | DeVille |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4085 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |