1994 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Montego | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 91 L |
