1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream 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, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 14 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Stream |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
