1990 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Austin Marina
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Austin Marina 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 1979 Austin Marina. 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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1979 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Montego | Marina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
