1993 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 1985 Buick Electra 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. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Electra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
