1988 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Ford Orion
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 221 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1985 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Orion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
