1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1540 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 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2003 Ford Expedition 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. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |