1986 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 70 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 1985 Ford RS 200 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 1985 Ford RS 200. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
