1988 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 569 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
