1998 Rover 75 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 9 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 345 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.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
