1994 Austin Montego vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
