1992 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
