1990 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 470 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 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Baja |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |