1990 Austin Montego vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Montego | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
