1989 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Montego | Chevette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |