1991 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 2008 Ford Mondeo 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. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
