1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 484 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.
Because 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Montego | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
