1991 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 493 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 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
