1989 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 390 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Montego | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
