1989 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, both 1989 Austin Montego and 1989 Volvo 244 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 244 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 146 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 1989 Volvo 244 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 1989 Volvo 244. 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 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Montego | 244 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |