1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
