2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 16 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
