1988 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Montego | Xsara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |