1991 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 9 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, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Puma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
