1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 526 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
