1993 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Terios |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
