1985 Austin Montego vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 204 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
