1994 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
