1988 Austin Montego vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 127 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
