2000 Acura TL vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
