1986 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 19 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
