2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Tucson | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
