1984 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 13 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 720 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
