1986 Austin Montego vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 430 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 2005 MG XPower 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 2005 MG XPower. 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | Montego | XPower |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
