1990 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 5 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 130 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
