1985 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
