1989 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
