1984 Austin Montego vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1984 Austin Montego and 1984 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 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 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Montego | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |