1984 Austin Montego vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 880 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2002 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Montego | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
