1989 Rover Montego vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Montego | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | Montego | Fabia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |