1984 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 9 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 650 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 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
