1988 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 99 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 1987 Holden Commodore 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 1987 Holden Commodore. 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1987 Holden Commodore 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. 1987 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
