1984 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
