1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 23 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Element |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
