1992 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
