1988 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 604 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Montego | Caprice |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |