1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 784 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
