1988 Austin Montego vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1305 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 1971 Checker Aerobus 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 1971 Checker Aerobus. 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Austin | Checker |
| Model | Montego | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4760 mm |
