1991 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 8 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 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life 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. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
