1984 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 540 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2000 Buick Regal 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. 2000 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2000 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Regal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
