2006 Acura TL vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 17 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
