1989 Rover Montego vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Montego | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Montego | Baleno |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |