1986 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Astra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
