1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Montego | 45 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1394 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 | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |