1993 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 760 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
