1986 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 21 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. Both 1986 Austin Montego and 2007 Renault Logan are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 55 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, 1986 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Logan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
