1986 Austin Montego vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 22 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1110 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 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Montego | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
