1986 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 150 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 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
