1986 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 717 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Montego | Seville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
