1984 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 75 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 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
