1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 137 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
