1994 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 130 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 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
