1984 Austin Montego vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
