1984 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 508 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 1997 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 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Firebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |