1988 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 10 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, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Montego | 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |