1994 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 860 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 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | Pilot |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 77 L |