1984 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Buick Regal
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 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 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1986 Buick Regal 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. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1986 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Regal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
