1984 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1250 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2916 mm |
