1984 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 46 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
