1985 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1250 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
