1990 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio 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. Both 1990 Austin Montego and 2004 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
