1993 Austin Montego vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1993 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Montego | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
