1993 Austin Montego vs. 1970 Rover P5B

To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1993 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1993 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Austin Montego 1970 Rover P5B
Make Austin Rover
Model Montego P5B
Year Released 1993 1970
Engine Size 1994 cc 3527 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2820 mm


 

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