1989 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |
