1984 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | City |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
