1987 Austin Montego vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 30 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 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 1993 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
