1988 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 640 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.
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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Montego | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |