1992 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 160 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | XM |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
