1991 Austin Montego vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 5 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 340 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 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | Montego | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
