1991 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 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 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |