1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
