2000 Kia Joice vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Rover 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Joice | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
