1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1272 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Montego | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
