1989 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 10 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 275 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 1999 Kia Joice 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. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Joice |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |