1993 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1993 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1993 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
