1991 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 405 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 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
