1989 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Montego | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 161 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |