1988 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 599 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 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |