1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Daewoo Musiro
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Musiro is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Musiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Musiro (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Musiro should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 2000 Daewoo Musiro. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Daewoo Musiro | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Musiro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
