1990 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 19 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2009 Ford Fusion 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. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
