1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
