1985 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
