1994 Austin Montego vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 50 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
Model | Montego | Guara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |