1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 296 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
