1990 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 20 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego.
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, 2010 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2010 Opel Agila | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Montego | Agila |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |