1985 Austin Montego vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1650 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 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Montego | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
