1988 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 14 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
