1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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. Both 1984 Austin Montego and 2011 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 311 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 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
