1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Montego | CTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
