1984 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Ford Festiva

To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva 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 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 53 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 234 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Austin Montego 1987 Ford Festiva
Make Austin Ford
Model Montego Festiva
Year Released 1984 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2300 mm


 

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