1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1758 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Montego | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
