1994 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 204 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
