1987 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |