1985 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1985 Austin Montego and 1985 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1985 Holden Barina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Montego | Barina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |