1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 534 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 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | Element |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |