1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 601 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Montego | Freelander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |