1985 Austin Montego vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Montego | Serie II |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |