1984 Austin Montego vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
