1989 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
