1989 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 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.
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 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
