1992 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Montego | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
