1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 22 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 50 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 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Montego | Terios II |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |