1987 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
