1989 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
