1991 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 12 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. Both 1991 Austin Montego and 2003 Renault Be Bop are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 200 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 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | Be Bop |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |