1984 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 451 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Montego | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
