1989 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 464 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2911 mm |