1985 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 267 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 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
