1993 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Because 1999 Opel Speedster 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 1999 Opel Speedster. 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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
