1988 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 592 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
