1989 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 115 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 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Austin | Eagle |
Model | Montego | Summit |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |