1994 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 216 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
