1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 302 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
