1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1461 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Montego | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
