1992 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica

To start off, both 1992 Austin Montego and 1992 Chevrolet Corsica were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 59 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica 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. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Austin Montego 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model Montego Corsica
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3134 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1209 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2630 mm


 

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