1988 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 270 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Galant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
