1985 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 230 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
