1994 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1992 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Orion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
