1989 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 197 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
