1994 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1995 Volvo 960 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | 960 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
