1994 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |