1989 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 9 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. Both 1989 Austin Montego and 1998 Lancia Kappa are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 400 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Montego | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
