1993 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
| 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 | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
