1990 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 3 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 510 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 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 1993 Subaru SVX 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. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | SVX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |