1988 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 329 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2012 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |