1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 435 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 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Montego | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |