1989 Austin Montego vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
