1989 Austin Montego vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
