1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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. Both 1988 Austin Montego and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 508 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |