1988 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 124 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
