1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | Today |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |