1989 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 500 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Montego | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |