1984 Austin Montego vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 836 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
