1984 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 215 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
