1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Trevis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
