1999 Acura Integra vs. 1988 Austin Montego
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1988 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | Integra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
