1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 362 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |