1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 740 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |