1987 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 328 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
