1989 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2220 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 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2003 Ford Excursion 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. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
