1987 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 13 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2000 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2000 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | Montego | SC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
