1991 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1991 Austin Montego and 1991 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1991 Renault Clio | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | Clio |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |