1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 144 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
