1990 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
