1985 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
