1994 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 460 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, 1999 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Signum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
