1984 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 432 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.
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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 825 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
