1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 170 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, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
