1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205.
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, 1996 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | 205 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
