1985 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 880 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |