1990 Austin Montego vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Montego | Estate |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |