1990 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Holden Barina is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Holden Barina.
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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2004 Holden Barina 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. 2004 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2004 Holden Barina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Montego | Barina |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |