1989 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 275 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | Montego | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2596 mm |