1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1062 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Montego | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
