1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 580 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Montego | Compass |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |