1992 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 243 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1992 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1992 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Montego | Commander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
