1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1984 Austin Montego and 2003 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 366 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
