1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 274 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 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 75 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
