1987 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Montego | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
