1985 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 976 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
