1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 250 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 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | Montego | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
