2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 20 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 173 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
