1991 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 354 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 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | NSX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
