1988 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 665 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Montego | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 77 L |
