1985 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 740 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 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Montego | Frontera |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |