1988 Austin Montego vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 581 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Cervo 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 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
