1989 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 835 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 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
