1984 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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. Both 1984 Austin Montego and 2005 Rover 25 are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
