1991 Austin Montego vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Montego | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
