1993 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 7 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 850 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montego | V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
