1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 22 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 230 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 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Terios |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
