1990 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 370 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.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 1987 Buick Electra 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. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1987 Buick Electra | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Montego | Electra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |