1985 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 933 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
