1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
