1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Korando |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |