1986 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Austin | Panoz |
Model | Montego | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |