1984 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 14 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 469 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
