1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 104 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 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Montego | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |