1984 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 623 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
