1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 576 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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
