1989 Rover Montego vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 320 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
