1992 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1992 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1979 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
