1988 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 196 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1992 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Montego | Samara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
