2004 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Austin Montego
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1992 Austin Montego | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Aceca | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
