1990 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Montego | Visa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |