1984 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 196 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
