1987 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 235 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2645 mm |