1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 625 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Montego | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
