1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 850 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 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Montego | Sumo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |