1994 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
