1988 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 299 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 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
