1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 436 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
