1986 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, both 1986 Austin Montego and 1986 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | 18 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |