1990 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 786 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 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1991 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Astro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
