1988 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 637 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |
