1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 217 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
