1985 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 340 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
