1989 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 430 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |