1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 766 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Musso |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |