1993 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Austin Montego weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 2009 Honda Civic 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. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
