1986 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 574 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
