1984 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
