1989 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 12 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2001 Honda Avancier 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. 2001 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
