1984 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 500 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1999 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
