1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 768 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |
