1988 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 254 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Montego | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |