1991 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 11 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 590 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 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
