1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Liana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
