1988 Austin Montego vs. 1978 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 390 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 1978 Chevrolet Nova 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 1978 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1978 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Nova |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
