1987 Austin Montego vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 20 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
