1984 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 228 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
