1989 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Rekord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Opel Rekord 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 1985 Opel Rekord. 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, 1985 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
