1987 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura CSX weights approximately 233 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, 2011 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2011 Acura CSX has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | Montego | CSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
