1989 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
