1992 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | AX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
