1988 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1994 Steyr G-series 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Steyr G-series (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Steyr G-series weights approximately 880 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 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1994 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | Montego | G-series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
