1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 599 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2006 Kia Sportage 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. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
