1991 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 8 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
