1990 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 770 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 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2011 Volvo XC70 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. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2815 mm |
