1985 Austin Montego vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 760 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 1986 GMC Jimmy 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 1986 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Montego | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
