1984 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 124 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Ascona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |