1988 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | Montego | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
