1990 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 920 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
