1989 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
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, 1996 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Astra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |