1991 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
