1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 415 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
