1991 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 805 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 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Montego | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
