1988 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, both 1988 Austin Montego and 1988 Lada 2104 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 15 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 106 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Montego | 2104 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |