1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 979 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Rexton |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |