1986 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 26 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 504 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
