1984 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
