1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 84 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Montego | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |