1990 Austin Montego vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
