1988 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
