1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 900 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 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Pregio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |