1989 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 633 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2007 Citroen C8 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. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Montego | C8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |