1987 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Lotus Exige 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 2003 Lotus Exige. 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Austin | Lotus |
Model | Montego | Exige |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |