1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 347 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
