1990 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Wizard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard 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, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | Montego | Wizard |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |