1984 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 4 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 289 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.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Montego | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
