1985 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1995 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
