1993 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 854 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier 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 2005 Buick Rainier. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
