1984 Austin Montego vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
