1990 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 500 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 1997 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Montego | Commodore |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |