1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Montego | Terios |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |