1986 Austin Montego vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 666 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Actyon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |