1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis 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, 1985 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2007 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Trevis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
