1990 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 18 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 26 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, 2008 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Ka |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
