1984 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 406 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
