1994 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
