1985 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Soul |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |