1994 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 550 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 1996 Buick Riviera 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. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Montego | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
