1993 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 280 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 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Regal |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
