1984 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Montego | Blazer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |