1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
