1988 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 313 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
