1988 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 494 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 1992 Ford Thunderbird 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 1992 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
