1989 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
