1990 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 11 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 612 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Montego | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |