1988 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 119 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
