1986 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 18 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.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
