1986 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Explorer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |