1989 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona 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 10 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 186 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Ascona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
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 | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |