1994 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Baja |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 |
