1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 380 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |