1984 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 413 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 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
