1988 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 7 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 556 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
