1986 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 139 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
