1990 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 199 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | HR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |