1989 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
