1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 20 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
