1989 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 393 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 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Vectra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |