1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 547 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
