1985 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | CX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
