1990 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 128 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Forte |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |