1994 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
