1989 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
