1994 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 330 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 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
