1987 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 655 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Montego | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
