1984 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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. Both 1984 Austin Montego and 1990 Morgan Plus 4 are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Montego | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |