1989 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1987 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
