1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 739 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |