1987 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 15 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 613 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.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
