1985 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
