1984 Austin Montego vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 915 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Korando |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |