1986 Austin Montego vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
