1984 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 3 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 420 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 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Montego | Regal |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |