1984 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 652 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
