1990 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 15 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, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
