1987 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Pregio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |