1986 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 300 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 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |