1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 291 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Forte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
