1991 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 514 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
