1989 Austin Montego vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour.
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 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Austin | MCC |
| Model | Montego | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
