1985 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1985 Austin Montego and 1985 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Montego | Blazer |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |