1989 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Vectra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |