1988 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 23 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 346 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
